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Old Apr 23, 2018 | 03:40 PM
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Finally had some decent weather at the weekend so I took the C3 for a nice 80 mile run then parked up on the village green (very English I know) and took a few photos of her, I hope you'll agree that she looks stunning!


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Old Apr 23, 2018 | 03:45 PM
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Nothing like taking a classic for a drive, priceless

Thanks for the share
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Old Apr 23, 2018 | 03:48 PM
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Outstanding....Thanks for sharing.
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Old Apr 23, 2018 | 03:51 PM
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Gorgeous, finally some nice weather so we can start enjoying our Vettes again.
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Old Apr 23, 2018 | 04:09 PM
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She is "stunning".

Curious, do you see any others across the pond (your side of the pond)? How are they viewed?

Take care, John

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Old Apr 23, 2018 | 04:21 PM
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Beautiful!
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Old Apr 23, 2018 | 04:25 PM
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Originally Posted by avalonjohn
She is "stunning".

Curious, do you see any others across the pond (your side of the pond)? How are they viewed?

Take care, John
Hello John
Thanks for your appreciation and for your question.

There are about 3,000 Corvettes over here (of all years) and there is a relatively small but thriving 'classic American' car scene over here. You see plenty of Covettes at car shows but I personally only see 4 or 5 C3's on the road by chance per year.

American classics are very well appreciated over here due to there rarity and the fact that they look so brilliant, and I always get plenty of 'thumbs ups' when out and about in mine, they used to be seen as a bit vulgar by classic car clubs over here but that attitude has largely disapeared and we are welcomed at all shows and events now.

I don't know why but I've been crazy about old American cars since I was a kid and the C3 is my third American classic.

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Glad you had a great day. She is beautiful
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Glad you had a great day. She is beautiful
Agree just beautiful
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Originally Posted by Nicky B
American classics are very well appreciated over here due to there rarity and the fact that they look so brilliant,
That works two ways, of course. If I could afford it, I`d LOVE to have a Tiger in my garage!

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Old Apr 23, 2018 | 06:19 PM
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Of course, a lovely classic, very rare over here though, only about 200 genuine Sunbeam Tigers left in 'on the road' condition
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Now thats how a Vette is supposed to look. Love the tire and wheel combo..
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Old Apr 23, 2018 | 06:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Nicky B
You see plenty of Covettes at car shows but I personally only see 4 or 5 C3's on the road by chance per year.
That's more C3's than I see per year where I live but I don't drive much.
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Very nice looking ride you've got there! Glad you've finally gotten some nice weather over there to finally get the car out.
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Originally Posted by Nicky B
Hello John
Thanks for your appreciation and for your question.

There are about 3,000 Corvettes over here (of all years) and there is a relatively small but thriving 'classic American' car scene over here. You see plenty of Covettes at car shows but I personally only see 4 or 5 C3's on the road by chance per year.

American classics are very well appreciated over here due to there rarity and the fact that they look so brilliant, and I always get plenty of 'thumbs ups' when out and about in mine, they used to be seen as a bit vulgar by classic car clubs over here but that attitude has largely disapeared and we are welcomed at all shows and events now.

I don't know why but I've been crazy about old American cars since I was a kid and the C3 is my third American classic.

Regards

Nick
Thank you Nick. I am always curious how others view American muscle cars, just as we over here view yours (which is in high regards). Great to see your car. If you ever need help in locating parts please do hesitate to message me. I will do my best to help. Your car is SUPER nice!
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Great looking car/color/wheels! The only improvement could be accomplished by adding more road trip pics to this thread
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Stunning indeed!
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Gorgeous
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